What is Axial Spondyloarthritis?

Learn about this rare form of arthritis that affects the spine and pelvis and has two subtypes: ankylosing spondylitis and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA).

By SELF Staffers

January 2, 2025

Axial Spondyloarthritis

5 Signs That Your Ongoing Back Pain Could Actually Be Axial Spondyloarthritis

This type of arthritis is hard to pinpoint because of its common symptoms.

By Alice OglethorpeMedically reviewed by Petros Efthimiou, MD

Axial Spondyloarthritis

This Rare Type of Arthritis Causes Severe Back Pain and Is Often Overlooked By Doctors

It mainly affects people younger than 40 and makes your spine incredibly stiff.

By Brittany RisherMedically reviewed by Petros Efthimiou, MD

Ankylosing Spondylitis

7 Questions About Biologics People With Spinal Inflammation Should Ask Their Doctors

Bring these to your next appointment.

By Korin MillerMedically reviewed by Petros Efthimiou, MD

Pain

6 Types of Arthritis That Can Cause Back Pain

Don’t write off persistent aching just because you’re young.

By Sarah Klein, CPTMedically reviewed by Mathew Devine, DO

Pain

I’m Furious That It Took Almost a Decade to Diagnose My Chronic Pain

I am a spine on fire. But I am not going to be quiet.

By Lisa Marie Basile

5 Signs That Your Ongoing Back Pain Could Actually Be Axial Spondyloarthritis

This Rare Type of Arthritis Causes Severe Back Pain and Is Often Overlooked By Doctors

7 Questions About Biologics People With Spinal Inflammation Should Ask Their Doctors

6 Types of Arthritis That Can Cause Back Pain

I’m Furious That It Took Almost a Decade to Diagnose My Chronic Pain

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